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$282,914$159 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $284,500 on Dec 10, 2021

401 W WATERWAY AVE NW

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,778 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$283K
$251K low$315K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$284,500 · Dec 10, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,549 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$241,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,844
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$226,406
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$212,081
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,250

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHIGHLANDS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 90 ft²Porch · 156 ft²

Transaction History(11)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Lake Placid High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Lake Placid Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Highlands County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33852These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.159
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,366
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,693
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,907
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

401 W Waterway Ave Nw measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 68% of homes in Highlands County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Highlands County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Placid Lakes
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Highlands County

What homes are worth in Lake Placid 33852

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$54K$888K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Lake Placid 33852.

How it measures up in Lake Placid 33852

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Placid 33852.

Estimated value$282,914
CheaperTypical $257,528Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,778 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,661 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 401 W Waterway Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlacid LakesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,91464% of homes58% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15971% of homes60% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,778 ft²43% of homes56% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac67% of homes56% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than200372% of homes80% of homes81% of homes

About 401 W Waterway Ave Nw

How much is 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL is $282,914 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $251,219 to $314,609. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Dec 10, 2021 for $284,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL?

401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,778 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL built?

401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL?

401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Lake Placid High School (high), rated D+; Lake Placid Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lake Placid Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Highlands County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,800 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 58% of them ($282,914 against a typical $257,528), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($159 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,778 ft² against a typical 1,661 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2003 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 68% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 401 W Waterway Ave Nw, Lake Placid, FL was $3,549. The county assessed it at $241,250.

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